Grinning

/ɡrɪnɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to smile broadly, showing the teeth.

She was grinning from ear to ear after receiving the good news.

to show pleasure or amusement in a smile.

The child was grinning at the clown's funny antics.

to express a feeling of superiority or satisfaction through a smile.

He stood there grinning, knowing he had won the argument.

Middle English grinen, from Old English grynian; related to the word grin.

grinning like a Cheshire cat

Smiling broadly and often smugly.

grin and bear it

To accept something unpleasant with good humor.

grinning from ear to ear

Showing a wide smile because of happiness.

smile

To make a facial expression to show pleasure or amusement.

beaming

Radiating happiness or joy.

laugh

To express mirth or happiness by making vocal sounds.

To be very happy or pleased.

He was grinning like a kid in a candy store.

To show off or boast in a smug manner.

After winning the game, he was grinning like he owned the place.